Anil Biswas - A Lifestory

A person known for important political writing in India made a name for themself through hard work and smart reporting. They did more than just write down what happened; they watched the social and political scene closely, giving thoughtful views that helped shape public talk. Starting work in the late 1970s, they quickly became known for bravely writing about the Emergency and what happened after it. Their work at The Statesman and later at The Telegraph had them writing about key times in Indian history, from the 1984 anti Sikh riots to the opening up of the economy in the 1990s. Coworkers remember them for always wanting to tell the truth and be correct. As one person once said, "This person always thought it was important to get the story right, even if it meant disagreeing with others." They were good at talking to people from all kinds of backgrounds, making them known as a writer who knew what the country was thinking. Their deep look at the Babri Masjid destruction in 1992 and the political trouble that followed made them widely praised. This person's role in Indian writing is still important, affecting many future reporters and setting a high bar for honest and responsible reporting. Even after stopping full time work in 2010, they kept writing articles and opinions, making their mark as a truly reasonable and honest voice in a confusing world.